SUPER CHEAP $10,000 S15 Nissan Silvia SPEC R!

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[@GARAGESZERO]

stoked on this

[@poplaurentiu4148]

Would be so cool : The rebirth of 'Mona Lisa' from Fast and Furious - Tokyo Drift right ??!!!.. ;0)

[@jdmfreak22]

@@poplaurentiu4148 nope.

[@larrylampshade1734]

@@poplaurentiu4148 yeah…no.

[@k1wi_steve]

@@poplaurentiu4148 no sir.

[@poplaurentiu4148]

@@k1wi_steve Steven & Larry.. c'mon guys what was so bad ? i was talking about cool tuned Silvia before got wrecked in that movie.. in movie, unfortunately got destroyed but that is another story, what is important that car was nice when Han give it to Sean.. and since Throtl build the Eclipse replica, and other tuners the orange Supra somone should also include somehow somewhere the 'Mona Lisa to be a classic cult.. ;0)

[@ThumperBros]

I bought my 70 year old neighbour’s 2001 S15 for $1000 AUD a few months ago. It had a low speed crash 8 years ago and the radiator support was caved in, plus he drove the car home with a busted radiator. It spent the next 8 years in a garage. When we pulled it out of the garage it was literally covered in thick dust. Gave her a wash. Paint came out good. I’m in the process of resurrecting her. It’s going to be awesome when it’s said and done. It has high mileage 225,000km but was always looked after. A true barn find

[@DriftLifeAus]

Great buy/find! Would be a good YT series of finding it and documenting the rebuild if you have done so @ThumperBros

[@NissanR33Ztune]

lol that’s from where I live here in Japan , got same color with sunroof S15 also and just finished up at the paint shop. Tochigi is north of Tokyo away from the ocean and if it’s clean underneath it’s most likely not from the mountain area up here. PS back wheel arches between the Spec R badge and the wheel underside rust loves to form just above where the front of the subframe joins the body..., just got mine sorted before it became an issue , might be good to get a light up in there and check carefully.

[@popoclay5532]

Isn't that. near Twin Rings Motegi?

[@NissanR33Ztune]

@@popoclay5532 it is it’s about 30 minutes from my place so is Nikko actually kind of spoiled here 1.5hour away from Ebisu and 45 minutes away from Tsukuba also.

[@NissanR33Ztune]

Japanese streets have messed up high curbs as in they are up from the road and then back down to the ground, looks like this guys driving your S15 might have mounted them , super easy to do. Rear rails they are made from tin the part the slots into the main rails and too many times people try to lift the car up from that point and they just crush in. Alternatively the old owner use to drive this car at Nikko circuit lol it has a massive drop off after the straight so could have been that for the damage also , I do my best to stay off that drop off as much as possible 😂

[@GleepGlop2]

Pro tip, as I lived in Japan - google translate app uses your camera to translate japanese text in realtime. Useful for reading japanese stickers etc.

[@zeddy675]

Beware Google translate will give you really ugly things and even wrong translations. Better speak Japanese IF you live in Japan

[@Dirtyz1234]

I must be the only one who likes a nice, clean, stock body S15 🤣

[@uisperfectemail9720]

See my comment 👆🏻, you aren’t alone

[@BadaBing.UCF30]

Same

[@Addison0526]

No. I wish they’d keep it 100% stock body, just restored. Looks way better. See too many with those kits on them and rear wings.

[@odevious8081]

Same

[@jdmfreak22]

You're not alone

[@atweber]

I like the Nismo bumper and the oem tail light. The aftermarket tail lights looks cheap.

[@klal]

The tire wear on the inner edge looks to me like it's caused by toe so it might have always been on stock suspension but with the wheels out of alignment. Great find!

[@ahjwille]

I think you need a lower profile rear wing. the fiber glass one looks too tall. Just my thought.

[@farewell_to_normalcy9352]

Can’t go wrong with any speed academy videos these days. Definitely has moved as one of my favorites

[@andrewcowden9704]

I think the wing makes it look too dated. I think something more subtle would make it more timeless.

[@evanlegault2257]

I agree. A little duckbill would be perfect.

[@ricepony33]

No wang!

[@trevorhebert7174]

Dmax

[@jamescagle5208]

Agree, stay wingless.

[@RaceDefendImportTunerTeam]

@@evanlegault2257 duckbill is mad underrated on s15

[@wedgoku]

I feel the era of JDM cars is coming to an end, your average joe can't afford to purchase these vehicles anymore & has been priced out of the market. Ask yourself why would I spend $30k+ on this very old "used" car with high miles, when instead I could buy a brand new 2022 Subaru WRX/BRZ or Honda type R for the same money?

[@speedacademy]

We keep saying the same thing. The whole fun of these cars was they were cheap so you carols use them without a care.

[@MachineGunMike]

Because it’s a better car. Many people can afford a $30,000 car.

[@BProJDM]

How just a couple of years have changed the market! So happy to have been able to get you something decent and cheap for a build. Can't wait for the next episode!

[@speedacademy]

Yes indeed, what would this car go for these days landed?

[@BProJDM]

@@speedacademy For one of the absolute cheapest Spec R, R grade, high kms, possibly other issues, maybe around $18,000 cleared customs price CAD to Vancouver, BC. Worth noting that 80% of the units with public sales data are R grade these days. One of the cheaper Spec R's with 120,000km and grade 4 sold for about $30,000 CAD cleared. Once you get to the minty units with low kms and no repair history, you're in the $40-50,000 cleared customs price range CAD from auction. A number of the really minty and low-km units are at dealerships in Japan. They're notoriously expensive, going up to $50-85,000 cleared customs price CAD at the top end if you didn't want to spend time looking, and purchase something right now.

[@JzLyfe]

To bad you guys don't deliver to the US or have a dealer here, trying to get my hands on an s15 and there are some shady importers showing up now over pricing everything smh.

[@cheeseontoastbrah]

Millennium Jade is the colour you're looking for

[@jordanhart2979]

I’d be lying if I said I liked all the extra body panels, I like the stock look. Lowered on a nice set of wheels. But that’s why everyone’s opinions are different, keep up the good work!

[@tylerfitzgerald266]

Put whatever wing you would like, it's your build! But personally, the tri-point spoiler is what makes this car unique and what made me fall in love with it as a kid.

[@no_lft_shft]

This channel is hands down the best when it comes to builds build quality and vehicle types. There just isn't a better more consistent channel imo.

[@jamescagle5208]

I might just be getting old, but I like the look of it as it is without the kit. Think about how excited/relieved you guys were to find an unmolested example.

[@fabulousprofound]

I feel the same. After seeing too many kitted ones of questionable taste makes appreciate stock more these days.

[@wilsonlalvay4067]

I literally subscribe just because of this JDM Silvia what a beauty.. my dream JDM can’t wait to see all the upcoming videos. Love all your clean projects my type of Statics😍🙌🏻

[@pchae1]

You guys have so many parts, you just find them in the back bin.. so crazy! Your collection of cars is off the hook. Can't wait to see this and the FD finished.

[@kc550]

You guys made some epicly timed vehicle purchases. God tier lineup! Hey Pete, sell me your 930!!

[@anydaynow01]

Yeah their collection of '90s royalty is almost complete, they just need a clean ZR-1 boat motor late model LT5 C4 Corvette, 300ZXTT, 3000GT VR-4, and a NSX to complete the stable!

[@kc550]

@@anydaynow01 lol C4?? Come on... even the 3000gt/dodge stealth is a stretch. I personally would much rather have a clean 90s turbo MR2 and GC impreza with a clean sti swap (see Bucky Lasek's white GC). The 300ZX is still very affordable and likely due to it not being friendly to work on - those TT engine bays were packed real tight.

[@romerlnico]

You guys have the one of the best JDM collections out there!!!

[@DansWorld31]

That garage is now filled with all the JDM legends.. dream garage!

[@stephenbouck]

Instead of the mesh look into getting a brake vent 3d printed i think that would make it look good and be practical

[@RJon2006]

This is cool little car. Good luck on the build!

[@diporayinda3860]

SO EXCITED!!!

[@jitsu_japan]

No love for the deliciously dated center wing stand? That’s what gives it its unique character 😊

[@Dibbs10101]

Heck of a deal you got. I say go bold and paint it Midnight Purple with black trim, wheels, intercooler, etc.

[@juffurey]

Uh they're not trying to get on the cover of Super Street lol

[@denshidirect3182]

The stock tail lamps are awesome and most aftermarket units cheapen the look of the S15. Also the tri-prop spoiler is very cool and makes the spec-R kit look complete. Highly recommend keeping the car looking OEM+.

[@andysmetrotrainvlogs8163]

I am going to start pulling out the seats out of the car Well that doesn’t make any difference I will Show you the NEWEST Car Nissan Silvia S15 SPEC R Coupe that I Choose for 2024 in The Next Year

[@andysmetrotrainvlogs8163]

And I will be Buying the Nissan Silvia S15 Spec R Coupe Brake Light Wing that I have buying at Dandenong Nissan

[@andysmetrotrainvlogs8163]

I am going to show you my newest colour car Nissan Silvia S15 Spec R Coupe

[@kreparAZ]

My vote is spoilerless or like a simple lip/duckbill. Stoked for this one. Gives me chicken coop vibes with the sr and this chassis. Great video boys! Stoked to see it back from paint. Maybe a more dark gray silver. I feel like Mercedes has some cool silvers that could work we’ll

[@WarriorsPhoto]

Another great car video and thank you for sharing this with us. Congratulations on such an awesome find. I wish I was in a place to do these kinds of builds. (:

[@josebonillas1471]

Yessssss everything you doing is perfect

[@nikothecrazygreek]

I love s15’s Waiting for us legality and not $100k😂

[@randomthing4639]

Then buy cheap 1...type s

[@Danielism]

Come on Pete you know you wanna do a full colour change. It's only three extra jambs. Do ittt

[@enigma3474]

Looking forward to next eps !

[@toddxhiggins]

Yeah not feeling that Nismo rear bumper. OEM with the spec r spats is the way to go like you said pete

[@shawn2104]

Heyyy just met Peter at my local Canadian tire!! Hi Peter lol so crazy seeing one of my favourite internet celebs in person. Weird to think we live so close anyways love the channel

[@evantowens]

Hey guys, yellow sticker shows the manual transmission oil was changed with GL-4 at 204,840 km on March 3rd, 2018. Also the PitWork sticker says long life coolant on it. Maybe it was changed with long life coolant on that day as well 30年 is Heisei era 30 which equals 2018 and 3月 is March. Hope this helps a little bit.

[@rexelmagbiray9971]

cant wait for the next episode

[@garnetheron4885]

I like your ideas

[@zacharyparis]

Inner tire wear is usually toe not camber. Love you guys and all the JDM goodness!!!

[@cruzmarquez1842]

It's about time!

[@alexandrebergeron1260]

Cool vid! Idk why but the back end reminds me of my dad's old 2001 Pontiac Grand am hahaha!

[@y.b.-]

I personally would run the Nismo rear bumper but drop that wing....but as I said before, looks are very personal. Interested in what wheels you're going to run on it ..... I think this one would be a good choice for an RB25Neo when the SR craps the bed

[@zachariahgalindo494]

looking forward to this build

[@Canuckrz]

Leave the car OEM silver. Though honestly I feel like this is another case of you guys already having made the decision and is already in the paint booth.

[@speedacademy]

Car is still at the shop and we have months to decide on paint, theres alot of prep that still needs to happen before it gets sprayed.

[@UnicornBikes]

Sunset fade please

[@RR-cg2rq]

@@speedacademy paint it white

[@CoachDAReid]

Im going to apologize right off the bat for advocating scope creep, but is a 200k km SR20 due for a rebuild anyways? The front bumper might be expensive, but aren’t SR’s getting pricey as well? A “bit” of preventive maintenance could give it a chance at another 200k. And while it’s out, you could make the colour change…

[@VanderGroejn]

Speed bump is a possibility. Thanks for the vids guys. Always a treat. Cheers 🍻👍 Yeah, and by the way that wing is horrific. Think it will look its best with no wing at all. Sometimes we have to acknowledge that we're not 12 anymore.😁🥰

[@mndlessdrwer]

It's so hard not to like the S15. It's just got such an elegant and utterly timeless design and it's fantastic. The platform is also quite good for tuning. Such a shame that the US market never got them.

[@pdbnc]

Hell yeah run that obnoxious wing, love it. Also agree on the silver bumper cover, that Nismo piece just doesn't go visually. This is gonna be great!

[@mtk4158]

About time 😃😃 im on my second petwer s15 but will be getting painted. Rare to even see an undertray on one. They all rust id say dry ice blast the underneath and bay.

[@ChoPi-Eww]

The first time you see a circumcision is definitely a surprise; actually doing one is on a different level. Had to learn how to use a Mogen, Gomco, and Plastibell long ago.

[@mathieularose7146]

I love the facts that you guys have literaly every jdm legend, one car miss the collection tho 😯 maybee its cuzz im an owner myself but the fairlady Z 300zx twin turbo veryy underated forr my personal opinion 😯😏

[@timocallaghan4408]

I would go pearlescent silver over a more gunmetal base, something that will make all the trimlines and sharp edges pop in the sun. The s15 has amazing bodylines that are dulled by flatter colours

[@tylersanders6080]

For how many cars you guys pump out, I think a "Speed Academy Edition" is needed for each car customized. They all need to be a uniform color going forward👌🏻

[@02lucy666]

Just FYI: there are also Foglight surrounds to re-house the factory foglights for the spec R frontbumper, might be able to source them out and will look much cleaner than the mesh! EDIT: Gunmetal Grey EDIT2: those are either DMAX crystal taillights or ebay specials, also, might wanna get a trunk with the holes pre-drilled before drilling into a wingless boot

[@jasontoth7965]

I dig the wing!

[@shiftdowntv4511]

Spec R kit is perfect 👌

[@HarryOnCars]

Audi Nardo Grey color would look amazing ❤️

[@samuellopez2509]

I work on the street that your shop is located. I see the Lexus all the time :) super cool

[@jamest5149]

The tyre wear isn’t camber wear, it’s excessive toe scrubbing the inside of the tyres. 👍

[@bobbyrios2k223]

Love me some s15. Spec r bumper and oem rear lights is the way. This car is a beauty for a good price! Good find guys!

[@coopsnz1]

The not that cheap now

[@SilverScarletSpider]

Simply lovely Nissan!

[@uisperfectemail9720]

Most beautiful Nissan design ever, Tell me I’m wrong. Looks like a Ferrari 456, Aston DB7 and a 90’s era BMW 8 series all had a baby!

[@MatteoVittoni]

MILLENIUM JADE!!!!!! IS IT EVEN A QUESTION?

[@TABRO284]

That is a good buy, so clean underneath.

[@taylordarr3]

Never thought we would get circumcision talk on Speed Academy 😂

[@CreativeCrayonJMR]

Paint it millennium jade! Close to a shade of silver but wayyy better

[@cupotrout534]

Love it and that's coming from someone who doesn't know anything about S15's. I am less a fan of silver, black or white. But I understand why sticking with silver is the way to go. Looking forward to this build.

[@DiegoHernandez-nx7vc]

I want these guys to do a full build on this Silvia so bad, on any car in general really

[@xxraverxxonxtacy]

Looking forward to this Mona Lisa build 😌😎

[@headchef5680]

Mine looks the exact same but without the fog lights and sunroof! Awesome cars

[@lewisfoster4584]

Blue is the best colour for a Silvia 👌🏻

[@Comfy_Snorlax]

I like the stock sleeper look tbh

[@officialTHREETWENTYdotcom]

OEM parts are the way to go! The factory Aero kit (it was not Spec R specific) is hard to beat and really adds a lot to the bare body. A subtle aftermarket lip on the standard front bumper would be spot-on to match the Aero - I use an Aero Workz piece and it flows very well with my OEM skirts and spats.

[@dannyreed7600]

Cars engine is good -we did a drag race and everything seemed to be fine (love you guys lmfao)

[@Felix_A_]

Tochigi is also where the Z/GT-R factory is located. I’m not sure if they also built the S chassis but I know they are where the Z and GT-R are manufactured.

[@randyortiz2099]

I actually like the stock color if it were cleaned up and redone.

[@vwssit]

the tension rod bushings are done, they leak out tar like "stuffs" when teh bushings are torn

[@andysmetrotrainvlogs8163]

Fantastically I just liked them and they weren’t bad inside the Car Nissan Silvia S15 Spec R Coupe with the brake light wing on the back of the car

[@sonnydhawan1269]

The yellow sticker was for transmission fluid, and the red Pit Work sticker says "Long life coolant"

[@jamning4677]

Really don't understand the online young generation kids hating on rear wings. It just looks atrocious without them, especially on the S15. That was the first thing I did on my S15 after importing it last year, bolting on an OEM-style Aero wing like yours. For the taillights + headlights I went for the 78 works, they totally transform the look with it's sequential indicators and DRL's. Will be following this build as I'm also contemplating on getting a respray!

[@speedacademy]

Will have a look at the 78 works stuff thanks!

[@SuperSkillzSlick]

What a steal.. big fan of the s15

[@FeqlsMa]

Mohel on the weekends… absolutely brilliant. I stay for the jokes.

[@JN-53]

Jesus christ $13k 2 years ago, that car now goes for $30k-$40k. Just like my current 2019 Hyundai, bought for $13k brand new and i currently have 19k miles and the market for my car with 100k miles goes for around $17k-20k, just imagine how much my car is worth now.

[@bwayne9441]

Could be bent from someone using Jacks in the wrong area causing it to bend like that. Otherwise I'd say this car is a bargain and I'm excited to see what's done to it. You guys alway do proper work on all of the builds

[@lleesmaa]

Oem rear bumper spatless is the best. Looks proper and doesn't cost more. Have mine original aero but removed the spats. So good now

[@firlyafianto6820]

Millenium Jade is very good paint with Volks Rays CE28 Bronze Wheels 👍

[@Tomatokillz]

I own a silver 99' SSS n15 Pulsar that was repainted but the previous owner actually added some blue flake into it... I was definitely happy with that idea, maybe an idea for this s15. Would love to have this thing, what a steal man. super jelly.

[@pFbSpecV]

Do not paint it yellow lol silver would be awesome tho! You guys are living the dream life!

[@shanekumar3403]

Have a look at yashio factory rail light, i think that look awesome

[@khronoh8577]

I honestly think that OEM silver on it looks really well especially with a pair of dark grey or black wheels! So in my option I’d get a respray of the oem colour tbh!

[@sped-gx3ux]

I’ve been wanting a s15 since forever

[@attacktheculdesac_]

If that Nismo rear bumper doesn’t get used, you will have 5 years bad luck! Spray the car Millennium Jade what a dream look

[@flaS2k]

Brilliant Silver with a blue flake in the clear.

[@BWTECH0521]

can't stop looking at the E34 in the back...

[@djstizl]

The Nismo bumper looks decent in my opinion, plus you already own it. I agree with painting the car a Skyline silver color, perhaps a three stage paint, if that's an option. Also, you could ask your painter to shoot an extra coat of clear for visual depth.

[@TheWongKeys]

I saw this car once around north service road in oakville, and it's definitly a 13k s15.

[@tinystar3010]

I personally think the Spec R 3rd brake light is necessary if you're going for the true oem Spec R look. Yes it's questionably ugly, but it's an iconic detail of Spec R S15s, like mk4 Supra's wings. Also, just bite the bullet and go yellow. It's a little more work yes, and expense, but with this being high mileage, you'll want to give the engine a full check, all the unreachable hoses, wiring, and during engine out painting, you can refresh the engine at the same time and have an easier job doing both. Plus, you'll be way happier with yellow.

[@officialTHREETWENTYdotcom]

All of the Aero pieces, wing included, were available on both Spec Ss and Rs. 👍

[@stianaksaas]

If anyone is wondering why JDM cars are getting expensive, it's because Pete and Dave are buying them all.

[@Ducatista189]

It would be so much fun to see you do a Mona Lisa recreation. Nobody does that.